Melon 'n' Grape Medley

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This colorful fruit salad from our Test Kitchen has a zesty honey-orange dressing with a surprising twist...a hint of jalapeno!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups cantaloupe balls

  • 1 ½ cups watermelon balls

  • 1 ½ cups green grapes

DRESSING:

  • ¼ cup orange juice

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper

  • ½ teaspoon grated lime peel

Directions

  1. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the cantaloupe, watermelon and grapes. In a small bowl, whisk the orange juice, honey and lime juice. Stir in the jalapeno and lime peel. Pour over fruit. Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Tips

When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Analysis: 3/4 cup equals 74 calories, 1 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 1 fruit.